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FIREX International

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The next FIREX International in-person event will take place on 17- 19 May 2022 at ExCeL London.

Europe’s most important fire safety event brings together the entire fire safety supply chain for a unique opportunity to explore innovative products and …


Ukraine Crisis Update

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Additional duties on Russia/Belarus timber

  • From 25 March, a 35% duty is applicable to all wood and wood products (plus many other products) of Russian and Belarusian origin.
  • Includes wood products currently paying duty such as Plywood or OSB but
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Master Craft Certificate in Joinery

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Glenn Wylie FIOC seen here at Melbourne Town Hall being presented with his award by Mayor Sally Capp has become the first Australian to be awarded the Master Craft Certificate.

Glenn said “I feel incredibly humbled to hold a certificate …


SkillBuild 2022

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SkillBuild, delivered by CITB, is the largest multi-trade skills competition in the UK for construction trainees and apprentices. It has been running for over 40 years and showcases the new skills and talented people joining the construction industry across a …


UKCA Marking

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The UK is set to change its regulation from CE Marking to UKCA Marking in January 2023, after a year’s delay. This will mean a big change for many manufacturers, which they should be preparing for now. To see …


TRADA and TTF

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In 2022 TRADA merged with the Timber Trade Federation to form the new organisation Timber Development UK. For further details visit:  

TRADA-TTF merger…